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Spaghetti alla Carrettiera

Cultural Context

Spaghetti alla Carrettiera hails from the Italian countryside, traditionally made by truck drivers (carrettieri) who needed a quick, hearty meal. This dish emphasizes simple, rustic flavors, showcasing garlic and olive oil, often enjoyed after a long day of work. Its popularity has spread beyond Italy, with variations appearing in many Italian restaurants worldwide, making it a beloved comfort food for many.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
300 grams spaghetti
3-4 cloves garlic
2 hot chili peppers
4-7 tablespoons grated pecorino Romano
stale bread (for breadcrumbs)
extra virgin olive oil
chopped parsley
rock salt or sea salt

pecorino cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan is more widely available and less expensive.

1

Make breadcrumbs by placing stale bread in a blender and blending until fine.

2

Toast breadcrumbs in a skillet with about 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil until golden brown and crunchy.

3

Prepare the sauce by adding 6-8 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to a bowl.

4

Add chopped garlic, chopped hot chili peppers, and a little chopped parsley to the bowl with olive oil.

5

Emulsify the ingredients by mixing them together until creamy.

6

Add a touch of grated pecorino to the sauce for creaminess.

7

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of rock salt.

8

Add 300 grams of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook for 10 minutes.

9

Reserve a mug of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.

10

Add the drained spaghetti to the bowl with the sauce and mix using two forks.

11

Add reserved pasta water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.

12

Generously add more grated pecorino and chopped parsley to the pasta and mix well.

13

Top the pasta with the toasted breadcrumbs and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

blenderskilletlarge potbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Carrettiera PastaPasta alla Carrettiera
Local Name: Spaghetti alla Carrettiera

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